Solar energy industry

Green technology

Innovative Power Quality Control for Integrated Photovoltaic and Electric Vehicle Systems in Smart Grid

Researchers from Annamalai University have proposed a high-efficiency, high-gain impedance-source direct current-direct current converter to optimize the transfer of energy between solar panels, electric vehicles, and the power grid. The proposed model uses an extended tilt-integral active disturbance rejection controller to ensure accurate control of voltage, current, and battery state

Green technology

Transparent Superhydrophobic Coatings for Self-Cleaning Solar Cell Panels

Researchers from the Department of Physics at Vivekanand College, Kolhapur, India, have discovered that transparent superhydrophobic coatings can enhance the efficiency and longevity of solar cell panels by providing self-cleaning properties and transparency. The study, which has been peer-reviewed, suggests that regular cleaning of solar panels is crucial for maintaining

Renewable energy

Breakthrough in Renewable Energy Forecasting: Deep Learning Model outperforms Conventional Techniques

Research conducted at Delhi Technological University has resulted in a significant advancement in renewable energy forecasting, particularly in solar photovoltaic (SPV) power output. The study developed an innovative deep learning-based model that integrates the advantages of gray wolf optimization (GWO) and whale optimization algorithm (WOA) to enhance performance in real-time

Renewable energy

Agrivoltaic Systems Offer Sustainable Solution for Agricultural Challenges

A new study published in Energy for Sustainable Development has shown that Agrivoltaic Systems (APVS) can be a viable solution for agricultural challenges in Mexico City, particularly in the Xochimilco area. The research by the National University of Misiones (UNAM) highlights the benefits of APVS in reducing energy poverty, aquifer

Renewable energy

Abu Dhabi-Based Emerge and Emirates Development Bank Join Forces for Distributed Solar Projects

In a strategic move to accelerate the adoption of renewable energy in the UAE, Emerge, a joint venture between Masdar and the EDF Group, and Emirates Development Bank (EDB), have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to explore areas of collaboration in developing and financing distributed solar projects. The partnership

Renewable energy

India's Solar Photovoltaic Module Manufacturing Capacity Hits 18.6 GW Under PLI Scheme

The Indian government's Production Linked Incentive (PLI) scheme has achieved significant milestones in boosting the country's solar photovoltaic module manufacturing capacity. As of June 30, 2025, the capacity has reached 18.6 gigawatts, with solar cell production capacity approaching 10 gigawatts. This growth is attributed to

Green technology

Ascent Solar Technologies Projects Significant Growth in Aerospace and Space Industry

Ascent Solar Technologies, the leading innovator in the design and manufacture of featherweight, flexible, and durable CIGS thin-film photovoltaic (PV) solutions, has published a corporate update detailing its customer and sales progress, as well as its strategy to meet growth opportunities in the aerospace and space industries. The report projects

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TCL SunPower Global Partners with Comet S.p.A. for Italian Solar Market Expansion

TCL SunPower Global has announced a strategic partnership with Comet S.p.A., a leading distributor of electrical products and solutions in Italy. Through this agreement, Comet will distribute TCL Solar panels, making advanced technology more accessible to installers and customers. This collaboration marks a key milestone in TCL SunPower

Renewable energy

Enbridge Announces Final Investment Decision on 600 MW Solar Project in Texas

Enbridge, a leading energy infrastructure company, has reached a significant milestone with the final investment decision on Clear Fork, a 600 MW solar project in Texas. The project, which is currently under construction, aims to provide 100% of the renewable output to Meta Platforms, Inc., a leading technology company. Clear

Green technology

Colorado Governor Polis Takes Leadership on Clean Energy

Colorado Governor Jared Polis has taken a decisive step forward in protecting the state's energy future by issuing an executive action that supports the deployment of clean energy. This move aims to remove local barriers, streamline permitting, accelerate interconnection, and promote utility-scale procurement, ultimately saving Coloradans billions of

Green technology

Nevada's Solar Industry on the Brink: Big Beautiful Bill's Devastating Impact

A new report from the Nevada Independent highlights the alarming consequences of President Donald Trump's "Big Beautiful Bill" Act, which repeals nearly all of the clean energy tax credits enacted under the Inflation Reduction Act. This move will cost Nevada tens of thousands of good-paying clean

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India Surpasses Japan to Become World's Third-Largest Solar Power Producer

India has emerged as the world's third-largest solar power producer, overtaking Japan in 2023, according to the Global Electricity Review 2024 by energy think tank Ember. The country's remarkable growth in solar energy has seen it leapfrog to the third position globally, generating approximately 113 terawatt-hours